Part-Time Custodian

Essex County Schools; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Essex County Schools is seeking a Part Time Custodian in Tappahannock, Virginia. This role involves maintaining a clean and safe environment across various facilities, including classrooms, hallways, and grounds. The ideal candidate must be physically fit, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and available for day or evening shifts.

The custodian will perform general maintenance tasks, assist with grass cutting, and report any facility damages. A knowledge of cleaning practices and an ability to follow directions are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work days or evenings.
• Physically fit and able to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of facilities and grounds.
• Strip and wax floors as needed.
• Gather and dispose of trash and waste.
• Report physical damages to the Principal.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning practices

Ability to follow directions

Initiative and ability to work unsupervised

Physical fitness

Job description

Part Time Custodian

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• To provide for the ongoing care and continuing function of facilities and to aid in providing a clean and safe learning and working environment
• Perform general maintenance and custodial work to insure general cleanliness of facilities and grounds
• Clean hallways, bathrooms, classrooms, and other facilities on a scheduled basis
• Strip and wax floors
• Assist teachers in moving furniture and equipment
• Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, parking areas and playgrounds neat and clean
• Assist with grass cutting responsibilities as needed (seasonal)
• Gather and dispose of trash and waste
• Perform minor repair work
• Check daily to insure that all exit doors are open, unobstructed and that panic devices are working properly during hours of building occupancy
• Report any physical damage to the building Principal and to Director of Facilities/Operation and New Construction
• Utilize foresight, concentration and mathematical skills
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty proficently.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work days or evenings
• Knowledge of cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Initiative and ability to work unsupervised
• Must be physically fit and able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or equipment, reach with hands and arms, stool, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Requirement to stand, walk, sit and climb or balance
• Must be able to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required on this job include close vision and depth perception

Nonexempt